The teams in the English Premier League have completed 31 matches each, leaving just seven matches before the league winner is crowned. Currently, Liverpool leads the rankings with 22 wins in 31 games.
Manchester City is in the 5th position with 15 wins and 52 points. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace is in the 11th position with 11 wins and 43 points.
City will host Crystal Palace on Saturday, 12th April at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester at 12:30 PM (UK time).
Will City be able to blaze through the game? Or will the Eagles (Crystal Palace) dominate Saturday’s match? Below, we give you team previews, head-to-head stats, and odds for the Premier League – Manchester City vs Crystal Palace match.
Key Details
- Day and Date: Saturday, 12th April 2025
- Time: 12:30 PM UK Time
- Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
- Where to watch in the UK: Sky Sports
Manchester City: Analysis and Team Preview
Manchester City started the 2024–25 season by clinching the FA Community Shield when they beat Manchester United 7–6 on penalties after a 1–1 draw. City is enjoying a strong season in the Premier League, thanks to striker Erling Haaland’s goals. The Norwegian footballer scored 21 goals for City this season and is in the running for the Golden Boot award along with Mo Salah from Liverpool, who scored 27 goals.
City is currently 5th in the Premier League standings with 15 wins, seven draws, and nine losses. They began the season strongly but had a tough stretch in November, where they suffered a heavy 0–4 loss to Tottenham Hotspur, a 0–2 defeat against Liverpool, and two more losses against Bournemouth and Brighton. Despite these setbacks, City managed to regain some momentum in December and January with a 3–0 win over Nottingham Forest and 4–1 win over West Ham.
Star striker Erling Haaland is suffering from an ankle injury and has been sidelined till mid-May. Defenders John Stones and Manuel Akanji are also ruled out for this entire month because of injuries.
In other matches, City has reached the semifinals of the FA Cup after defeating Bournemouth 2–1 in the quarterfinals. City will meet Nottingham Forest in the semis on 27th April.
Their UEFA Champions League campaign ended with a 1–3 loss to Real Madrid.
They will kick off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign on 18th June. Their first group stage match will be against Wydad AC.
Squad
- Goalkeepers: Ederson (23 goals stopped, 3 assists), Stefan Ortega, Spike Brits, Scott Carson
- Defenders: Joško Gvardiol (5 goals), M. Akanji, Rúben Dias, Nathan Aké, John Stones (2 goals), Rico Lewis (1 goal, 2 assists), A. Khusanov, Rico Lewis, Vitor Reis, Max Alleyne, J. Simpson
- Midfielders: Rodri, Bernardo Silva (2 goals, 4 assists), Gündoğan (3 assists), K. De Bruyne (2 goals, 6 assists), Mateo Kovačić (4 goals, 1 assist), Nico González, Matheus Nunes (4 assists), James Mcatee (2 goals), Nico O’Reilly
- Strikers: Erling Haaland (21 goals, 3 assists), O. Marmoush (5 goals), Phil Foden (7 goals, 2 assists), Savinho (1 goal, 8 assists), Jack Grealish (1 goal, 1 assist), Jérémy Doku (3 goals, 4 assists), Jack Grealish (1 goal, 1 assist), Oscar Bobb, Divin Mubama
New Signings
- Defender C. McFarlane, Free transfer from New York City
- Striker O. Marmoush from the German club, Eintracht Frankfurt
- Center back Vitor Reis transferred from the Brazilian club, Palmeiras
- Center back A. Khusanov transferred from the French club, Lens
- Midfielder Nico González transferred from the Portuguese club, Porto
Injuries Update
- John Stones: Thigh injury, ruled out till mid-April 2025
- M Akanji: Muscle injury, ruled out till late April 2025
- Erling Halaand: Ankle injury, ruled out till mid-May 2025
- Rodri: Cruciate ligament rupture, out for the season
- Oscar Bobb: Broken leg, return doubtful
Crystal Palace: Team Analysis and Preview
At the start of the season, Crystal Palace won just one game out of 10 and was in the relegation zone with just 7 points. They had scored just eight times in those 10 games. This performance was a far cry from last season’s mid-table finish in 10th place.
However, under the guidance of manager Oliver Glasner, who took charge in February 2024, the Eagles have shown significant improvement. They have improved their form in the last ten games and moved out of relegation. They are now in 11th in the standings with 11 wins, 10 draws, and nine losses, giving them a total of 43 points.
In other matches, the Eagles have reached the semifinals of the FA Cup after defeating Fulham 3–0 in the quarterfinals. Crystal Palace will meet Aston Villa in the semis on 26th April.
Their EFL Cup campaign ended in the quarterfinal with a 2–3 loss to Arsenal.
A high point in their season was the 2–0 victory over Manchester United on 2nd February. Striker Jean-Philippe Mateta scored both goals and has become a standout performer with 13 goals and 2 assists.
Striker Ismaila Sarr (7 goals, 2 assists) and defender Daniel Munoz (4 goals, 4 assists) are leading the attack for Crystal Palace.
Squad
- Goalkeeper: Dean Henderson (35 goals saved)
- Defenders: Daniel Muñoz (4 goals, 4 assists), Marc Guehi (3 goals, 2 assists), Tyrick Mitchell (4 assists), M. Lacroix (1 goal, 1 assist), Chris Richards, Chadi Riad, N. Clyne, Ben Chilwell, Joel Ward, Caleb Kporha
- Midfielders: E. Eze (2 goals, 8 assists), J. Lerma (1 assist), D. Kamada, Will Hughes (3 assists), Adam Wharton, C. Doucouré, Romain Esse (1 goal), Justin Devenny (1 goal), Matheus França (1 goal), Kayden Rodney
- Strikers: Jean Mateta (13 goals, 2 assists), Ismaïla Sarr (7 goals, 3 assists), Eddie Nketiah (1 goal, 1 assist), Zach Marsh, Franco Umeh, M. Ebiowei
New Signings
- Midfielder Romain Esse transferred from the second-level English club, Millwall
- Left-back Ben Chilwell, on loan from Chelsea
Injuries Update
- Chris Richard: Thigh injury, ruled out till mid April 2025
- C. Doucouré: Knee injury, ruled out till early August 2025
- Chadi Riad: Knee injury, ruled out till early January 2026
Form Guide
Manchester City
- Draw with Manchester United 0–0 (6th April)
- Won against Leicester City 2–0 (3rd April)
- Lost ot Bournemouth 1–2 (30th March, FA Cup quarterfinals)
- Draw with Brighton 2–2 (15th March)
- Lost to Nottingham Forest 0–1 (8th March)
- Won against Plymouth Argyle 3–1 (FA Cup 5th round, 2nd March)
- Lost to Tottenham Hotspur 0–1 (27 February)
- Lost to Liverpool 0–2 (23 February)
- Lost to Real Madrid 1–3 (20 February, UEFA Champions League)
- Won against Newcastle 4–0 (15 February)
Crystal Palace
- Won against Brighton 2–1 (5th April)
- Draw with Southampton 1–1 (3rd April)
- Won against Fulham 3–0 (29th March, FA Cup quarterfinal)
- Won against HamKam 0–1 (13th March, Club Friendlies)
- Won against Ipswich Town 1–0 (8th March)
- Won against Millwall 3–1 (1st March, FA Cup 5th round)
- Won against Aston Villa 4–1 (26 February)
- Won against Fulham 2–0 (22 February)
- Lost to Everton 1–2 (16 February)
- Won against Doncaster 2–0 (11 February, FA Cup 4th round)
Premier League Season Highlights
| Man City | Stats | Crystal Palace |
| 5 | League position | 1 |
| 15 | Matches Won | 22 |
| 7 | Drawn | 7 |
| 9 | Lost | 1 |
| 52 | Total points | 73 |
| 57 | Goals scored | 70 |
| 40 | Goals conceded | 27 |
| 17 | Goal difference | 43 |
| 2.32 | Chances created per match | 2.03 |
| 6–0 vs Ipswich Town | Biggest win | 4–1 vs Aston Villa |
| 1–5 vs Arsenal | Worst defeat | 1–5 vs Arsenal |
Man City vs Crystal Palace: Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
Man City and the Eagles have faced each other 29 times in the Premier League. City has won 17 games (8 at home, 9 away). The Eagles have won four matches (2 at home, 2 away), while four matches have ended in a draw.
Recent head-to-head meetings:
- Crystal Palace 2–2 Man City (7th December 2024)
- Crystal Palace 2–4 Man City (6th April 2024)
- Man City 2–2 Crystal Palace (16 December 2023)
- Crystal Palace 0–1 Man City (11 March 2023)
- Man City 4–2 Crystal Palace (27 August 2022)
- Crystal Palace 0–0 Man City (15th March 2022)
- Man City 0–2 Crystal Palace (30 October 2021)
- Crystal Palace 0–2 Man City (1st May 2021)
- Man City 4–0 Crystal Palace (18 January 2021)
- Man City 2–2 Crystal Palace (18 January 2020)
Manchester City has dominated Crystal Palace in the head-to-head records. They have won five out of their last 10 games. Crystal Palace won only one match, and four matches ended in draws. However, Manchester City is currently dealing with injuries, so the Eagles might have a fighting chance to win Saturday’s game. Punters should be prepared for a close match.
Statistical Insights
- Man City is averaging 1.84 goals in the Premier League matches.
- Crystal Palace is maintaining a 1.3 goals-per-match average
- Both the clubs have kept nine clean sheets in the Premier League this season.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: Odds as per 7bet
| Manchester City (1) | x | Crystal Palace (2) |
| 1/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 |
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